Soft and knobby Monk’s cloth provides the perfect backdrop for these charming patterns painted with yarn. This form of weaving is done on a large scale and is easy to learn and quick to complete. Trice Boerens, an expert in huck embroidery, teaches you the easy steps needed to create these lovely patterns. Pick a pattern, then stitch it on a small project like a hot pad, or a larger project such as a runner or throw. The patterns take shape quickly using step-by-step color charts, and in no time, you'll have a wonderful completed project to keep for yourself or to give as a gift that will be treasured for a lifetime.

Trice Boerens is a photo stylist, an art director, and a project designer. She is the author of 101 Tea Towels and Monk's Cloth Afghans for Christmas, and Monk's Cloth for Today. She lives in Ogden, Utah.